Are Black Eyed Peas healthy?

Yes, they are low in fat and high in protein and fiber, making them a wholesome choice.

How do you prepare Black Eyed Peas?

They can be boiled until tender and seasoned to your liking; commonly enjoyed in soups or salads.

In the refrigerator, they can last up to 5 days; store in an airtight container.

Legumes

Cooked Black Eyed Peas are nutrient-rich legumes that offer a robust taste and are commonly used in Southern cooking, salads, and soups.

Per 100 g

130 kcal

1/2 cup

117 kcal

(90 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
8 g / 100g	25 g / 100g	0.6 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 23% · Carbs 73% · Fat 4%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1/2 cup (90 g, 117 kcal) is 6% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1/2 cup takes about 29 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Black Eyed Peas (cooked) is number 3 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 156 kcal per 100 g.

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

Serving	Grams	Calories
1/2 cup	90 g	117 kcal
1 cup	180 g	234 kcal

7/10

A great source of protein and fiber, they can aid in weight loss when incorporated into balanced meals.

Are Black Eyed Peas healthy?: Yes, they are low in fat and high in protein and fiber, making them a wholesome choice.
How do you prepare Black Eyed Peas?: They can be boiled until tender and seasoned to your liking; commonly enjoyed in soups or salads.
How long do cooked Black Eyed Peas last?: In the refrigerator, they can last up to 5 days; store in an airtight container.

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